please help me my son is heart broken?

Question

my son's dog his best friend in the whole world has only weeks maybe days to live and my son is breaking his heart knowing that buddy hates vets and he doesn't want her to die in a strange place.he knows that she can't suffer much longer and he wants her to die at home.is there anything he can give her that will help her pass peacefully?

Answer 1

I agree with an above poster who said to call the vet to come to your house to do the euthanization. There is nothing you can give the dog yourself that will cause her to pass peacefully.
Knowing your dog only has a limited time to live causes unnecessary suffering not only for the dog but for you and your son.
Im really sorry.

Answer 2

I would ask my vet maybe they will make a house call and do it there but please no matter what others may say you can do at home your self would just wrong if it is in a lot of pain maybe you could just get it some pain medicine from your vet so it doesn't have to hurt and let it pass a way when it is ready or if it is bad enough to be put down it may not even know it is in a vets office I'm very sorry for your son

Answer 3

Call and see if a vet will come to your house for euthanasia. Many will do that, usually for extra cost, but if it's what is best for your dog and your son's peace of mind then it's worth it. If you can't find a vet to do that, or even if you do find one to come to your house and you want to make it more peaceful, then you can ask the vet to rx you a sedative, such as acepromazine which should be given 2-3 hours prior to the euthanasia and then your dog will be more at ease and not so aware of his surroundings. I feel so bad for your son!! I know it is hard for children to understand and accept death. Check with your local library or even barnes & noble online. There are quite a few good books written for children that explain and help them to understand their pets passing. Talk to him about euthanasia before the time comes and explain what happens so that there are no surprises. And most importantly, let him know that his beloved dog had a great home and a great life and that it is ok to cry and to mourn for him. Good luck to you and your son!!! My heart goes out to him!

Answer 4

Many vets are willing to make housecalls - try and contact your vet and ask about having her put down at your house when you feel your dog is ready. In the meantime, explain to your son that his dog is going to a better place where he does not have to suffer. That buddy would want him to be strong because he has had a good life with him.

Answer 5

I always have a vet come to the house so my pet can cross the bridge(pass on) at home, in my arms. It is a very peaceful way to say goodbye to your fur-friend. If your vet won't make house calls try a large animal vet as they Have to make farm call and are equipped to PTS an animal where they live. You might want to go the Rainbow Bridge web site for info on pet loss and grieving.

Answer 6

Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of Heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge. When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge. There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together. There is plenty of food, water and sunshine and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor;those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by. The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing: they each miss someone very special, someone who was left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his eager body begins to quiver. Suddenly, he breaks from the group, flying over the green grass, faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into those trusting eyes, so long gone from your life, but never absent from your heart. Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together...

Author Unknown

Answer 7

Talk to your Vet immediately; don't allow the dog to suffer. The vet may be kind enough to make a "house call" to put the dog to sleep; they did this for my elderly sister, who had a dog too big for her to bring in.

The other option of course, is to take the dog to the Vet. I know it is extremely difficult but you should not allow this old dog to walk the last mile by himself. Go with him. Stay with him while they give the shot. Hold his head and let him know you and your son are there for him.

I can't tell you how much peace this will bring all of you. We humans are lucky to be able to do this last act of love and kindness for our beloved pets. Your son needs to do this for his dog. You should not shield him from it, offer him support and encouragement. Good luck and god bless.

Answer 8

I am sorry but do not let the dog die at home please, it is not right to let the dog suffer...take to vet and do it right, let the baby go, and stop suffering....she will not be in a strange place, the vet will give shot, the baby will go to sleep and no pain involved, please, and if necessary, and he can do it, the vet will let the family stay with the dog till gone....please dont the baby suffer any longer than need be....lplease, his little dog will thank him from above for stopping the pain.....please

Answer 9

I wouldn't give my dog something to make her pass unless I talked to the vet about it first. I do know that a lot of vets have special rooms to allow the family to be with the animal as it is passing. For example, my vet has a small room with pillows along the floor so you can sit with them and hold them as they go so you can comfort them at the end.

Answer 10

no there really isnt. This is an excellent time to teach your son that even though his dog doesnt like vets, all living creatures deserve to die in a safe environment with the people who love them and care for them. If you do this at home and mess it up somehow the dog could be in a great deal of pain and it might be a fiasco. Do you want your son witnessing that? You need to do this right and with the pros. You know better than the dog and this is the point you have to make for him.
thumbs down huh? anyone who thinks they should attempt this on their own is risking chaos in my opinion and chaos where their beloved animal will suffer for goodness sake...